Whistling Woods International (WWI) recently marked its 16th Convocation, recognizing the achievements of over 400 graduating students in the field of media and creative arts. The ceremony included the presentation of Maestro Awards to veteran actor Ms. Shabana Azmi and renowned filmmaker Mr. Priyadarshan for their contributions to Indian cinema. Additionally, Ayaz Memon, a distinguished sports journalist, received a special honor.
Keynote speakers, including Mr. Vivek Krishnani, CEO of MovieVerse Studios, Mr. Ayaz Memon, acclaimed Sports Writer & Journalist, and Mr. Sameer Nair, CEO of Applause Entertainment, shared valuable insights with the graduating batch, offering guidance for their professional journeys.
Ms. Shabana Azmi encouraged the students to remain connected with life, stating, “An artist’s biggest resource base is life itself.” Mr. Vivek Krishnani emphasized passion and openness to learning, while Mr. Sameer Nair highlighted the importance of India being recognized on the global entertainment map.
Founder & Chairman of WWI, Mr. Subhash Ghai, offered advice on success and noble conduct, stating, “The first sign of success is to have a noble soul. Love and respect people. Accept your defeats with a smile and restart again to be successful in life.”
Certificates were conferred by Mr. Ravi Gupta, Dean, WWI, and Mr. Rahul Puri, Director of Academics, WWI. Awards were presented to outstanding students, and the Valedictorians for the Class of 2023 were honored.
In line with its commitment to sustainability, WWI planted over 400 trees on behalf of each graduating student. This combination of talent, recognition, and inspiration made WWI’s 16th Convocation an unforgettable celebration of creativity and accomplishment.